Military May Relax Fitness Standards for Recruits

Fitness standards are among several requirements for recruits entering the military that may become more relaxed, allowing a greater chance for admission.

Defense Secretary Ash Carter announced the review Tuesday in a speech to reserve officer training corps cadets at the City College of New York, Military Times reported. In addition to fitness standards, marijuana use, tattoo regulations and the military’s reluctance to allow single parents to start military careers are under examination, according to the report.

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